Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington Heights, IL
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Skokie, IL
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Planning a quick trip from Arlington Heights, IL to Skokie, IL? This short drive covers 15.1 miles and typically takes about 26 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate local roads like East Northwest Highway, East Golf Road, and Oakton Street, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2. Given its brevity and local road nature, this route is best suited for a straightforward transit rather than an extended road trip experience. It's a convenient journey within the Midwest region of Illinois.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Northwest Highway | 4 mi | 6m |
| East Golf Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Oakton Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| North Milwaukee Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Gross Point Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Arlington Heights Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington Heights, IL and Skokie, IL.
Start on East Euclid Avenue
Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road
Turn left onto US 14
Turn left onto State Street
Enter roundabout onto IL 58
Continue on IL 58
Turn right onto IL 21
Turn left onto Oakton Street
Turn left onto Gross Point Road
Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue
Turn slight left onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 13 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 14 / East Northwest Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto IL 58 / East Golf Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto Oakton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Gross Point Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.36 one way
$4.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.59 | $5.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.91 | $5.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Arlington Heights on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Skokie on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This is a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be making frequent turns and navigating city streets rather than cruising on open highways. With a 0% highway share, expect a consistent pace dictated by traffic lights and local intersections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4 miles along East Northwest Highway. The road's character remains consistent throughout, offering a straightforward, urban driving experience without significant changes in scenery or road type.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 14 / East Northwest Highway.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.1 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 14 / East Northwest Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (IL 58 / East Golf Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 15.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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